Changes in Seventh Edition Playing Rules effective Aug 1, 2007: There have been many editorial changes to the seventh edition involving restructuring for consistency, additions for completeness, and expansion for clarity. The intent is not to alter the playing rules but to state explicitly the current rules and accepted interpretations. The following changes have been enacted: 1. A separate section has been created for the exceptions to the playing rules for 10 & Under, 9 & Under and 8 & Under. 2. The Infield fly rule will apply in the 10 & Under. There will be no Infield fly rule in the 9 & Under and 8 & Under 3. The uncaught third strike rule will not apply in 10 & Under, 9 & Under and 8 & Under. In 10, 9, and 8 & Under, if a batter strikes out, the batter is out and cannot advance to first base regardless of whether the catcher catches the pitch or does not catch the pitch. 4. 8, 9, & 10 under will pitch from 35 feet. 5. 18 under A will have divisions which pitch from 40 feet and 43 feet. 6. Run Rule is 12 runs after 3 innings; 10 runs after 4 innings and 8 runs after 5 innings. 7. The Additional Players (AP) remains optional but up to Two (2) AP’s will be allowed. 8. Protest fee will not exceed $150s.s
